15 days in Thailand Itinerary

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Fly to Krabi Airport, Drive to Krabi Town
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Krabi Town
— 1 night
Ferry
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Ko Lipe
— 1 night
Ferry
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Ko Lanta
— 2 nights
Ferry
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Ko Phi Phi Don
— 1 night
Ferry
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Patong, Phuket
— 2 nights
Drive
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Khao Lak
— 1 night
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Fly to Koh Samui, Bus to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui, Ferry to Ko Pha-Ngan
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Ko Pha-Ngan
— 1 night
Ferry
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Koh Tao
— 1 night
Ferry
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Bophut, Ko Samui
— 1 night
Bus to Koh Samui, Fly to Bangkok
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Bangkok
— 1 night
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Krabi Town — 1 night

Krabi Town takes you away from the bustle of coastal beach resorts in this region.
Start off your visit on the 1st (Sat): get a dose of the wild on Aonang Elephant Sanctuary, step off the mainland to explore Tup Island, then head off the coast to Poda Island, and finally take some stellar pictures from Railay View Point.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Krabi Town day trip planner.

Washington, USA to Krabi Town is an approximately 28-hour combination of flight and car. You can also travel. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 12 hours traveling from Washington to Krabi Town. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from Washington in April; daily highs in Krabi Town reach 94°F and lows reach 74°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to catch the ferry to Ko Lipe.
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Ko Lipe — 1 night

With a name that means "Paper Island" in the local Chao Ley language, Ko Lipe is known for its white sand beaches, historical villages, and diving attractions.
Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): kick back and relax at Sanom Beach, stroll through Pattaya Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Sunrise Beach, then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and finally step off the mainland to explore Ko Lipe.

To see traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Ko Lipe trip itinerary tool.

Traveling by ferry from Krabi Town to Ko Lipe takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Krabi Town to Ko Lipe, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In May, daily temperatures in Ko Lipe can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 78°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to catch the ferry to Ko Lanta.
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Ko Lanta — 2 nights

Ko Lanta remains an ideal place for relaxing holidays off the west coast of mainland Thailand.
On the 3rd (Mon), see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Tue): test the waters at Warin Spa, enjoy the sand and surf at Kantiang Bay, then kick back and relax at Lanta Klong Nin Beach, then kick back and relax at Long Beach, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Phra Ae Beach.

For where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Ko Lanta trip planning app.

You can ride a ferry from Ko Lipe to Ko Lanta in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Ko Lipe to Ko Lanta. May in Ko Lanta sees daily highs of 92°F and lows of 75°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to ride a ferry to Ko Phi Phi Don.
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Ko Phi Phi Don — 1 night

Find your inner peace on Ko Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the eponymous archipelago.
On the 5th (Wed), explore the gorgeous colors at Ko Bida Nok, then Head underground at Ko Phi Phi Le, and then make a trip to Koh Phi Phi Viewpoint.

To find maps, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Ko Phi Phi Don trip maker site.

You can ride a ferry from Ko Lanta to Ko Phi Phi Don in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In May, plan for daily highs up to 91°F, and evening lows to 76°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Patong.
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Patong, Phuket — 2 nights

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.
Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): enjoy the sand and surf at Freedom Beach, kick back and relax at Karon Beach, then take some stellar pictures from Karon Viewpoint, then take some stellar pictures from Nai Harn Beach, and finally look for gifts at BS Fashion. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Fri): surround yourself with nature on Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket Offices, then stroll through Patong Beach, then make a trip to Bangla Road, and finally see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Patong tour builder tool.

You can ride a ferry from Ko Phi Phi Don to Patong in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In May, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 75°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can take a bus to Khao Lak.
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Khao Lak — 1 night

A tropical adventure in Khao Lak, a cluster of villages on the west coast of Thailand's main peninsula, ensures tourists have plenty of time for basking on beaches boasting a serene and secluded ambience.
Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

Before you visit Khao Lak, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

You can take a bus from Patong to Khao Lak in 2.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Expect a daytime high around 90°F in May, and nighttime lows around 75°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel to Ko Pha-Ngan.
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Ko Pha-Ngan — 1 night

Ko Phangan vacations serve as an ideal escape for backpackers and other spontaneous travelers.
Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Salad Beach, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, take a memorable tour with Tours, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chao Mae Kuan Im Shrine, then kick back and relax at Thong Nai Pan Noi, and finally explore the striking landscape of Thansadej Koh Phangan National Park.

Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Ko Pha-Ngan using our trip planner.

Getting from Khao Lak to Ko Pha-Ngan by combination of flight, bus, and ferry takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi, flight, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry; or take a bus. Traveling from Khao Lak in May, Ko Pha-Ngan is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 82°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to catch the ferry to Koh Tao.
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Koh Tao — 1 night

Turtle Island

A holiday in Ko Tao ensures a mix of adventure and relaxation on a fast-developing island in the Gulf of Thailand.
Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): enjoy the sand and surf at Ao Tanot Bay, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then get interesting insight from Tours.

To see ratings, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read Koh Tao sightseeing planner.

Ride a ferry from Ko Pha-Ngan to Koh Tao in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In May in Koh Tao, expect temperatures between 92°F during the day and 82°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to ride a ferry to Bophut.
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Bophut, Ko Samui — 1 night

Rocky cliffs and sandy bays draw visitors looking for a action along the coastal area in Bophut, where diving and snorkeling opportunitys abound.
Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): kick back and relax at Chaweng Beach, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Samui Elephant Sanctuary, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Maenam Beach.

Ask Inspirock to suggest an itinerary and make planning a trip to Bophut fast, fun, and easy.

You can ride a ferry from Koh Tao to Bophut in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. May in Bophut sees daily highs of 92°F and lows of 82°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to fly to Bangkok.
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Bangkok — 1 night

City of Angels

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.
On the 12th (Wed), contemplate the long history of The Grand Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Pho, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), buy something for everyone on your list at Charles Armani, then admire the landmark architecture of Jim Thompson House, and finally shop like a local with Chatuchak Weekend Market.

To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Bangkok online trip itinerary planner.

Do a combination of bus and flight from Bophut to Bangkok in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. In May, daytime highs in Bangkok are 96°F, while nighttime lows are 81°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Land of Smiles
Offering a rich culinary heritage, sun-kissed beaches, exotic culture, tropical climate, and stunning landscapes, a Thailand vacation remains one of the world's greatest magnets for curious travelers. In between the busy and crowded cities, the Asian nation features a quiet countryside: a blend of lush rice paddies, flourishing tropical forests, and tiny villages living according to an age-old agricultural clock that continues to play a major role in the locals' lifestyle. A tour of Thailand reveals a deep devotion to Buddhism, exemplified by eye-catching temples lavishly decorated with golden Buddha statues, simple shrines, and lively religious festivals celebrated throughout the country.
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